2003 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 555 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Sebring.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. 2003 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chrysler Sebring will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Sebring | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Sebring | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
